What Is a Password-Protected Link?
A password-protected link is a URL that displays a password prompt before revealing the destination. Instead of sharing a raw link that anyone can open, you wrap it behind a gate — only people who know the password can proceed. This is useful for sharing private content, restricted resources, or anything you want to distribute selectively without setting up user accounts or login systems.
How the Password Is Secured
PBKDF2-SHA256 Hashing
Your password is immediately hashed with 100,000 iterations before storage. The plaintext is never saved anywhere.
Timing-Safe Comparison
Password verification uses constant-time string comparison to prevent timing attacks from guessing the correct code.
No Plaintext Storage
Even if our database were exposed, your password would not be recoverable — only the hash is stored.
Common Use Cases
Private content sharing
Share a Google Doc, Dropbox folder, or private webpage with a specific group without making it fully public.
Gated promotions
Distribute a coupon code or exclusive offer page only to customers who have the access code.
Internal team resources
Share a link to an internal dashboard, staging environment, or private wiki with a password gate.
Client deliverables
Protect a portfolio piece, mockup, or report URL before the formal delivery process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I share the password with the recipient?
Share the link and password through different channels — for example, send the link over email and the password over SMS. Never send both in the same message.
Can I change the password after creating the link?
Yes — open the management dashboard link and update the password from there. The link URL stays the same.
What happens if someone enters the wrong password?
They see an "Incorrect password" error and can try again. There is no brute-force lockout currently — use a strong password to compensate.